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> Personally, I think that most of the problem with the slotted head screws is
> solved when you get a big enough screwdriver. I think the one I use is about
> 16" long, and fits the whole screw slot.
Yup, got one. The only thing is seems to get used for is those screws :-)
> Slots where rust has significantly
> reduced the amount of purchase are also a problem, but this could happen with
> any shape of steel head.
Rust? Really? I honestly don't think I've seen rust in the slot before. Or
even in the hole. But again, I haven't torn into too many cars like you.
>There are still a few screws that are hard to get a
> screwdriver straight into, especially with the engine in the car. For those, I
> really like the hex heads, so I can get a box end wrench on them from the
> side.
Bingo!
Toby Erkson
air_cooled_nut@pobox.com
'72 VW Squareback, '95 VW Jetta GL, '81 Gold Wing GL-1100, '73 Porsche 914
http://www.icbm.org/
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